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Lee Hong-ki, the 'Disliked Korean' Chosen by Japanese... Why?

HAN Hyunjung
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2025-07-16 09:54:00
Provided by MBC
Provided by MBC

Singer and actor Lee Hong-ki shares the extreme survival story of the original Hallyu band.

The MBC show 'Radio Star', airing on the 16th, features a special episode titled 'World Class, Can You See Me~' with guests Jang Geun-suk, Lee Hong-ki, Subin, and Kim Shin-young.

On this day, Lee Hong-ki reveals, "I have suffered from suppurative glandular inflammation since childhood and have undergone surgery eight times," sharing the complex he developed due to this illness and the process of overcoming it. He also shares a surprising update, saying, "Thanks to that, I became an ambassador for skin disease awareness."

When asked about the resemblance to Jang Geun-suk, he humorously responds, "If you're tall, you're Jang Geun-suk; if you sing well, you're me." He also recalls an incident where he honestly evaluated Japanese food on a Japanese broadcast and ended up on the disliked list, saying, "There was controversy among fans after that broadcast."

His close friend Jang Geun-suk then reveals the 'real reason' he became disliked, saying, "This is all just additional explanation."

Lee Hong-ki also introduces the YouTube cover song project 'Monthly FT', stating, "I plan it myself and shoot videos every month." The cover song 'Wind of Change' has garnered about 5 million views, and he adds, "It's more precious because it's a result created with fans."

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